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Telegram send photo

tg_send_photo

Send a photo to Telegram with caption and parse mode options. Use image URL or base64 data to notify channels or groups.

Instructions

Send photo via telegram bot

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
photoYesPhoto URL or base64 data URI (e.g., data:image/png;base64,...
chat_idNoTelegram chat id, Default to get from environment variables
captionNoPhoto caption, 0-1024 characters after entities parsing
parse_modeNoMode for parsing entities in the caption. [text/MarkdownV2]
reply_to_message_idNoIdentifier of the message that will be replied to
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations provided; the description does not disclose behavioral traits like size limits, error handling, or permissions required. It only states the basic action, leaving the agent underinformed.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very concise at one sentence, but it lacks detail. It is not verbose, but the brevity sacrifices informational value.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given no output schema and no annotations, the description is incomplete. It does not explain return values, error states, or usage patterns, making it insufficient for a tool with 5 parameters.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% with descriptions for all 5 parameters. The description adds no additional parameter context, but the schema already provides adequate meaning, achieving the baseline of 3.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

Description clearly states 'Send photo via telegram bot', specifying the action (send) and resource (photo). It distinguishes from sibling tools like tg_send_message, tg_send_audio, etc., which handle other media types.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like tg_send_file or tg_send_video. Does not mention prerequisites, such as needing a bot token or chat_id, which is only partially covered in the schema.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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